The Fiends Podcast

In this weeks episode, The Fiends ride again to bring you the 3rd installment of their Roundtable series. No question is off the table, as we discuss bad opening acts, listening to your own band in the bedroom, and what we’d tell our 20 year old selves. Also, find out what Rolly and Dino Cazarez from Fear Factory have in common, the lyrical inspiration behind Down With The Sickness, and what a Demi Lovato/Dimmu Borgir crossover band would sound like. Featured bands this week: Sleep Token, Spite, Traitors, Waste, Dayseeker, ERRA, Forty Caliber Kiss, OK Robot, and more. Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends reunite to talk about their newest single “Let The Spirit Die”, as well as playing their first show in over 26 months.

In this weeks episode, we're celebrating 1 year of The Fiends Podcast with our two most requested and recurring guests, Marco (Aeris) and Hector (The Sight Of Impact).  Listen as Nick and Larry talk about the soon to be released FIENDS single, Marco's most recent concert experience watching Angels & Airwaves, and what happened when Hector met "The Big Guy" Ryback in the latest installment of Tales From The Airport. Also, we're talking new music releases from Slipknot, Korn, & Limp Bizkit, bands changing their signature sound, and we break down the best Slipknot songs of the modern era in this weeks FIENDS Top 5. FIENDS Top 5 (Best Slipknot Songs Post Iowa Edition) Nick: 1.) The Negative One 2.) Unsainted 3.) Three Nil 4.) Birth Of The Cruel 5.) Custer HM: Gematria (The Killing Name)* Larry: 1.) Custer 2.) Unsainted 3.) All Out Life 4.) Nero Forte 5.) Wherein Lies Continue HM: Birth Of The Cruel* Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this weeks episode, The Fiends reunite with the other half of the band, to discuss all things Halloween.  Listen as we talk to Chino and Rolly about some of our favorite horror movies, dressing up as professional wrestler/WCW Icon Sting, growing up in a Jehova’s Witness home, and the one Halloween party Nick doesn’t remember. Also, we create the ultimate Halloween playlist in our newest segment the FIENDS Top 5.  FIENDS Top 5 (Halloween Edition)  Nick:  1.) Type O Negative - Black No. 1  2.) Ghost - Monstrance Clock  3.) Misfits - Dig Up Her Bones  4.) Cannibal Corpse - Dead Human Collection  5.) Morbid Angel - God of Emptiness  HM: Dimmu Borgir - Kings of The Carnival Creation*  Larry:  1.) Echo & The Bunnymen - The Killing Moon  2.) The Specials - Ghost Town  3.) Twin Tribes Shadows  4.) Marilyn Manson - Kinderfeld  5.) Sadistik - Salem Witches  HM: Death In Vegas - Dirge*  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this weeks episode, The Fiends welcome Rudy Industrial, producer/sound engineer at Dark Arts Recording Studio.  Listen as Rudy talks about his love for shock-rock, how Trent Reznor and NIN influenced him to start his own industrial project (Virus Filter), favorite horror movies, and how a dwindling goth scene ultimately led him to recording and producing bands. Also, it’s a special Halloween themed edition of Hidden Gems featuring Twin Temple, Wednesday 13, and Ghost’s inaugural album.  This Weeks Hidden Gems: Ghost - Opus Eponymous (2010)  Twin Temple - Twin Temple (2018)  Wednesday 13 - Transylvania 90210 (2005)  Thank you to The Fragment for providing their song “Voices” on this week’s podcast.  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this weeks episode, The Fiends catch up with Nick’s cousin Jon, in the first of our two part inebriated conversation. Things quickly go off the rails as we attempt to answer the age old question, “Is God an alien?”. Also, it’s the return of our This Or That segment in this 50 minute clusterfuck of an episode.  This Or That:  Dominic Toretto or Xander Cage  Rammstein or Rammstien  2001: A Space Odyssey or Eyes Wide Shut  Tool or Deftones  Corey Taylor or Corey Matthews  FFDP or Volbeat  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

It’s a Double Header this week as Aeris and The Sight Of Impact drop by the show to talk about their latest singles.  In the first half of this conversation, George (drummer) of the band Aeris, talks about his early bands Ashes Of A Martyr & Cry For Anesthesia, opening up for The Devil Wears Prada, forming Aeris after a 5 year layoff, and the introduction of their newest member/vocalist, Devin.  In the second half of this episode, UJ and Hector (guitarist/drummer) of The Sight Of Impact join us to talk about the concept behind their latest music video, collaborating with the Dropout Kings, vomiting in front of Motionless In White, and their plans for the future.  Aeris interview begins @ 09:07  The Sight Of Impact interview begins @ 41:10  This weeks Hidden Gems:  American Head Charge - War Of Art (2001)  DVSR - Therapy (2017)  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

We’re back with another round in our Versus series, featuring the 9 man metal mutant army from Des Moines, Iowa!  We’re putting Slipknot’s monstrous Self Titled debut from 1999, up against their 2001 critically acclaimed sophomore release “Iowa”. From their Disasterpieces set in London UK, to the Tattoo The Earth tour in the US, we’re talking all things Slipknot. Will Self Titled prove to be the sentimental favorite? Or is Iowa truly the GOAT of all modern metal albums? Find out on this weeks episode in 8, 7, 666, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1..  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

It’s our most offensive podcast ever. Listen at your own discretion.  In this weeks episode, The Fiends reunite with their guitarists (Rolly and Chino) for another installment of the FIENDS Roundtable. What do Kamelot, Yucko The Clown, Skindred, Pokemon, and male genitalia all have in common? Find out in this 55 minute audio trainwreck.  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

It’s Season 2 of The Fiends Podcast!  In this weeks episode, The Fiends welcome Troy Fonseca, vocalist/frontman of the band ..And The Hero Prevails. Listen as we talk to Troy about what’s it’s like to open up for national acts like 10 Years and The Offspring, the importance of being a frontman, and ATHP’s search for a new drummer. Also, we take a moment to reflect on the sudden passing of Slipknot’s Joey Jordison and the musician deaths that impacted us the most.  Thank you to …And The Hero Prevails for providing the songs “95Sick” and “The Decision (Reimagined)” on this weeks podcast.  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

It’s our 25th episode celebration!  In this weeks episode, The Fiends answer a wide array of questions curated by you, the loyal listeners. We dive deep into origins of FIENDS Fest, the hardest part about running a podcast, musical influences, personal philosophies, and the current state of metal and hard rock. Also, Larry explains why DEZORAH is more metal than your band, Nick gives vocal advice, and Hector (The Sight Of Impact) returns for another game of This Or That.  This Or That:  Scott Hall or Scott Steiner  Creed or Godsmack  Chyna (wrestler) or China (country)  Ozzy or Fozzy  Power Rangers or Walker Texas Ranger  Boba Fett, Mando, or Dog The Bounty Hunter  Big thank you to all the bands/musicians we’ve featured over the last 25 episodes and to anyone who’s ever listened to our show.  And thank you to Sick/Sea for writing one of the best songs ever, which you can hear at 1:37:40.  Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.  FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast  IG: @thefiendspodcast  YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this weeks episode The Fiends welcome Jimi and Mario (guitarist/bassist) of the band Ok Robot and hosts of The Bot Life Podcast. Listen as we talk about the recent resurgence of pop punk, Jimi’s love for Vin Diesel, the pros and cons of podcasting, and the unlikely parallels between our bands. This weeks Hidden Gems KING 810 - Memoirs of a Murderer (2014) Body Count - Manslaughter (2014) The Joy Formidable - Whirring (2009) AFI - Sing The Sorrow (2003) Ok Robot - What’s Your Reason For Existing album available now on all major streaming platforms. Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this weeks episode, The Fiends welcome graphic designer extraordinaire, goth rock legend, and guitarist of the band Forty Caliber Kiss, Frank Salinas. Listen as Frank talks about designing the album artwork for FIENDS’ Nervous Wreck EP, his memories of working at Mag-X, favorite venues, former bands, and plenty of drunken debauchery in between. Also, it’s doom & gloom with a side of EVIL, on this weeks installment of Hidden Gems, and Larry pitches the GREATEST MASHUP BAND OF ALL TIME. This Weeks Hidden Gems Chelsea Wolfe - Pain Is Beauty (2013) Cradle Of Filth - Damnation and a Day (2003) Soilwork - Stabbing The Drama (2005) Forty Caliber Kiss - Ammunition EP available now on all major streaming platforms. Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends welcome Gabe Gauna, vocalist of the down-tempo band RICIN. Listen as we talk to Gabe about our favorite Deftones albums, being a new dad, the origins of his band, and the friendly competition between FIENDS/RICIN. Also, it’s new school meets old school on this week’s installment of Hidden Gems as we take a look at releases from Spiritbox, Failure, and ISIS (..the band). This Week’s Hidden Gems Spiritbox - Circle With Me (2021) Failure - Fantastic Planet (1996) ISIS - In The Absence Of Truth (2006) Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

Makeshift Earth debut single "Creatures" @ 36:00 In this week's episode, we welcome Richard Castaneda from the band Makeshift Earth. Listen as Richard explains how nu metal influenced his drumming, forming At War With Androids with his younger brother, and why now is the perfect time for a Makeshift Earth reunion after a 6 year hiatus. Also, we revisit some classic albums from Faith No More and BTBAM in another installment of Hidden Gems. This Week's Hidden Gems Faith No More - Angel Dust (1992) Between The Buried And Me - Colors Live Album (2008) At The Throne Of Judgment - The Arcanum Order (2007) Audiovent - Dirty Sexy Knights In Paris (2002) Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends talk to Hector from The Sight Of Impact about the filming of their latest music video “Unrealistic” and the rising popularity of the band. Also, we take a deep dive into 90’s pop culture in our newest segment This Or That. Charlie Conway or Adam Banks? 3 Ninjas or Surf Ninjas? Team XBladz or Team Pup N’ Suds? Find out who wins in this heated debate. Hector’s Ultimate Metalcore Playlist: 1.) As I Lay Dying - Through The Darkest Night 2.) Atreyu - The Crimson 3.) Parkway Drive - Gimme AD 4.) Mantis - Axe Of Redemption 5.) Poison The Well - Nerdy *Sight Of Impact interview starts @ 37:00 Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends are possessed by their drunken alter egos, Nick Nitro and Larry Lament. Our guest Marco Misery, shares what it’s like to live in his brothers shadow, we talk to Richard (At War With Androids) about an AWWA reunion, and Fernie (Aeris) clears up any confusion about their band name.. or does he? Also, Larry unveils his plan to resurrect legendary RGV band Driving The Nails, and Nick and Marco create the ultimate metalcore playlist. Ultimate Metalcore Playlist: *Honorable mention Nick’s Top 5 1.) Bleeding Through - On Wings Of Lead 2.) Eighteen Visions - Tower Of Snakes 3.) It Dies Today - Severed Ties Yield Severed Heads 4.) 36 Crazyfists - I’ll Go Until My Heart Stops 5.) As I Lay Dying - 94 Hours *Avenged Sevenfold - Remnissions Marco’s Top 5 1.) Killswitch Engage - Fixation On The Darkness 2.) As I Lay Dying - Forever 3.) Unearth - Endless 4.) Atreyu - Lipgloss & Black 5.) It Dies Today - A Threnody For Modern Romance *Darkest Hour - With A Thousand Words To Say But One Aeris - “All The Bright Places” available on all major streaming platforms. Music video out now. Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends welcome Marco Gonzalez from the band Aeris. Listen as Marco talks playing bass in Driving The Nails at age 14, finding success in the local music scene with At War With Androids, and his plans and goals for his current band Aeris. Also, Larry shares his awkward encounter with a Dog-Guy at the Paranormal Circus and we play another round of Hidden Gems. This week’s Hidden Gems: Bloodsimple - A Cruel World (2005) Miss May I - Apologies Are For The Weak (2009) Poison The Well - You Come Before You (2003) Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

You want the worst. You got the worst. The one. The only. Limp Bizkit. It’s the second in our Versus series as we pit Limp Bizkit’s breakthrough sophmore album Significant Other, against their record breaking follow up Chocolate Starfish and The Hotdog Flavored Water. Listen as The Fiends share their earliest memories of the band, explore the polarizing nature of Fred Durst, and explain why Limp Bizkit hate is overplayed. Also, we examine the lyrical musings of “I’m Broke” and “Boiler” in this week’s installment of Best Worst Lyrics. It’s 9 Teen 90 Nine, baby!! Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx

In this week’s episode, The Fiends welcome back their good friend Tommy to break down the biggest movies and television shows of 2021 so far. Listen as we review Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Kong vs. Godzilla, Mortal Kombat, WandaVision and much more. Also, Larry reveals why Godsmack is his least favorite band, Nick shares his love for Tiger King, and the guys reminisce on the magic of video rental stores in the late 90’s. Subscribe/listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. FB: facebook.com/thefiendspodcast IG: @thefiendspodcast YT: youtube.com/fiendstx